Technical Estimator

Elanco (nyse: Elan); Ashford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the ventilation industry is seeking an AV Commercial Estimator in Ashford, Kent (Hybrid) to join their team. The successful candidate will interpret technical drawings and prepare accurate quotations, while providing support to internal teams and external clients. This senior role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and mechanical aptitude, with knowledge of ventilation principles being advantageous. A competitive salary based on experience will be provided, along with the opportunity for career growth.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand technical drawings.
• Knowledge of ventilation or air movement principles is advantageous.
• Industry experience preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Interpret technical drawings and specifications to design ducted ventilation systems.
• Prepare accurate calculation sheets and quotations for client inquiries.
• Provide technical product support to internal teams and external clients.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Mechanical or technical aptitude

Numeracy and literacy

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD LT

Job description

AV Commercial Estimator – Ashford, Kent (Hybrid)

Salary: Salary bracket is open depending on experience

The role is a senior position reporting directly to the senior leadership team. Working closely with the leadership team, you’ll be responsible for…

• Interpret technical drawings and specifications to design ducted ventilation systems.
• Prepare accurate calculation sheets and quotations for client inquiries.
• Provide technical product support to internal teams and external clients via email, phone, and occasional site visits.
• Use Microsoft Office, bespoke software, and AutoCAD LT to deliver high-quality outputs.
• Generate monthly reports on quote pipelines and conversions.
• Contribute to improving departmental efficiency and processes.

• Strong attention to detail, numeracy, and literacy.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Mechanical or technical aptitude (industry experience preferred but not essential).
• Knowledge of ventilation or air movement principles is advantageous.

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